Research Associate

21 hours ago

Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Phoenix - Your Professional Search Partner Full time
About Phoenix

Phoenix Search is a global executive search firm, headquartered in Dublin with offices in London and New York. We operate at the sharp edge of professional services and financial markets, connecting influential organisations with the senior leaders who shape their future.

We do not simply place people into roles. We partner with clients to solve complex leadership challenges, combining rigorous research, deep market intelligence, and a relationship-first approach to deliver outcomes that stand the test of time. Our clients trust us to navigate the most competitive talent markets in the world, and we deliver with precision, integrity, and impact.

This is a business where curiosity, rigour, and ambition are not just encouraged, they are essential.

The Role

As a Research Associate, you will sit at the heart of our search process. Think of yourself as part investigator, part strategist, part analyst. You will be uncovering hidden leadership talent, dissecting market trends, and shaping the intelligence that allows our consultants to deliver world-class outcomes for our clients. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on research, enjoys connecting the dots, and wants to see their work influence boardroom-level decisions.

What You Will Do
  • Map markets and identify exceptional senior leaders across finance and professional services
  • Speak directly with candidates to understand their experience, ambitions, and fit
  • Create sharp, insight-driven market reports that inform client strategies
  • Maintain and curate our global talent database with accuracy and precision
  • Track industry moves, competitor activity, and emerging trends, always staying one step ahead
  • Support consultants with data-driven insights, research briefs, and pitch materials
  • Manage multiple live projects with agility, prioritising deadlines without losing quality
What You Will Bring
  • Natural curiosity and sharp research skills; you love getting into the detail and spotting patterns
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, with confidence to engage candidates directly
  • Organisational rigour and attention to detail that others can rely on
  • Degree-qualified (or equivalent experience) with a strong academic record
  • Tech savvy, comfortable with G-Suite, and ideally some experience with CRMs
  • Professionalism, discretion, and resilience under pressure
  • Previous research, professional services, or executive search exposure is a bonus, but not essential
Why Join Phoenix?

Because here, research is not back-office, it is centre stage. You will gain exposure to board-level hiring projects across Dublin, London, and New York, and a front-row seat to how leadership decisions get made. We will push you to be sharper, faster, and more insightful than you thought possible, while giving you the support and tools to grow into a world-class search professional.

Job Details
  • Seniority level: Associate
  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Job function: Research, Consulting, and Human Resources
  • Industries: Business Consulting and Services, Staffing and Recruiting, and Human Resources Services

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